PFAS health effects
How do we learn about PFAS health effects Studies in people (epidemiological) Studies in lab animals (toxicological) Other types of lab studies (in vitro testing)
Combining multiple lines of evidence strengthens our confidence
Harmful health effects linked to PFAS exposures • Elevated cholesterol Thyroid disease • Cancer (kidney, testicular) Lower birth weight • Ulcerative colitis Preeclampsia • Immune system toxicity, including decreased vaccine response
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